Senior Manager, Well-Managed, QA & Program Execution

Capital One; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 162,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One in Chicago is seeking a Senior Manager, Well-Managed, QA & Program Execution to lead strategic execution and operations strategy for Ecosystem Risk. You will drive OKR achievement, governance cadences, and cross-functional collaboration across risk, tech, and product partners.

The role emphasizes 1LOD risk control, QA/QC remediation, and data-driven program tracking, with responsibility for executive communications and stakeholder alignment. Hybrid work supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or military experience.
• At least 6 years of experience in project management, process management, or risk management.
• At least 4 years of experience in operations management or financial services.
• At least 2 years of experience in people management or leading cross-functional teams.
• At least 2 years of experience within financial services or a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Execution & Business Operations Strategy & OKR Execution: Partner with Ecosystem Risk leadership to track, cascade, and execute the multi-year strategic roadmap and key objectives/OKRs.
• Governance & Cadence Management: Facilitate leadership forums, Steering Committees, Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), and other reviews across the organization.
• Portfolio & Intake Execution: Manage the strategic intake process for new initiatives and track progress against committed deliverables and objectives.
• Well Managed & Operational Rigor Control Framework Support: Support the maturation of the first-line risk control environment, maintaining strict adherence to ERM standards.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Operations management

People management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Military experience

PMP Certification

Tools

Cap One internal tools

Job description

Senior Manager, Well-Managed, QA & Program Execution

Responsibilities Strategic Execution & Business Operations Strategy & OKR Execution: Partner with Ecosystem Risk leadership to track, cascade, and execute the multi-year strategic roadmap and key objectives/OKRs. Support leaders in managing and navigating operational issues across business priorities and objectives. Governance & Cadence Management: Facilitate leadership forums, Steering Committees, Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), and other reviews across the organization. Prepare high-integrity agendas and compelling materials that support effective decision-making and alignment. Portfolio & Intake Execution: Manage the strategic intake process for new initiatives and track progress against committed deliverables and objectives. Partner closely with centralized CoS & PMO teams. Well Managed & Operational Rigor Control Framework Support: Support the maturation of the first-line (1LOD) risk control environment, maintaining strict adherence to Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) standards, and risk taxonomy frameworks. Audit & Exam Coordination: Coordinate internal audits and regulatory exams, ensuring clear documentation, data integrity, and resolution of audit items. Partner closely with centralized Reg Risk and Governance teams. Workforce Automation & Process Optimization: Execute initiatives to automate and optimize manual processes through RPA, AI, or other toolsets. Partner with tech and product teams to implement data-driven solutions. Issues Management & QA/QC Execution: Manage Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) mechanisms and remediation workflows across the Ecosystem Risk & Integrity team. Executive Communications, Culture, & Oversight Executive Communications: Support key communication strategies, drafting executive updates, committee presentations, and organizational messaging. Culture Carrier & Associate Engagement: Drive associate engagement initiatives and help to create a high-performing "People First" team environment. Horizontal Connectivity: Build strong collaborative bridges across Global Payment Network (GPN) business partners, scheme leaders, and 2nd Line Risk partners (CFRM/ORM). Program Execution & Tracking: Manage the tracking and delivery of Ecosystem Security, Integrity, and Payment Success programs. Produce reporting artifacts and ensure relevant program attributes flow across reporting lines. Key Areas of Focus Operational Cadence & Strategy Alignment: Reviewing OKR progress dashboards and strategic intake pipelines for new Ecosystem Risk initiatives. Facilitate or prepare high-integrity agendas and materials for upcoming leadership forums, Steering Committees, or Monthly Business Reviews (MBR) to drive cross-functional alignment. Well-Managed Governance & QA Oversight: Partner with 1LOD risk teams to review the control environment, check QA/QC remediation workflows, and align on ERM and RCSA standards. Coordinate ongoing internal audit and regulatory exam documentation needs while syncing with tech and product partners on process automation efforts (e.g., RPA/AI). Stakeholder Collaboration & Executive Reporting: Draft executive updates and committee communications. Connect horizontally with GPN business partners, scheme leaders, and 2nd Line Risk partners (CFRM/ORM) to ensure program delivery, resolve operational blockers, and foster associate engagement.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or military experience
• At least 6 years of experience in project management, process management, or risk management
• At least 4 years of experience in operations management or financial services
• At least 2 years of experience in people management or leading cross-functional teams
• At least 2 years of experience within financial services or a regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 7 years of project management experience leading cross-functional projects and programs in risk management
• At least 7 years of financial services risk management experience
• PMP Certification or Master's Certificate of Project Management (CPM)
• Experience setting operational direction, managing project expectations, and leading cross-functional teams
• At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Salaries

• Chicago, IL: $161,500 - $184,300 for Sr. Risk Manager
• McLean, VA: $177,700 - $202,800 for Sr. Risk Manager
• New York, NY: $193,800 - $221,200 for Sr. Risk Manager
• Riverwoods, IL: $161,500 - $184,300 for Sr. Risk Manager

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website.

Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

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